By Natasha Bulowski, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Canada needs more people working in clean-tech trades, and a new solar installation course aims to make it as easy as possible to break into this line of work. George Brown College just launched new solar energy technician and solar panel installer certificate programs to prepare students for solar installation jobs. The two new … Read more…
Motorcyclists are back on Alberta’s roads; keeping an eye out for them could save lives. As spring weather brings more motorcycles onto Alberta’s roads, it’s important for all road users to stay alert and share the road responsibly to ensure everyone gets home safe. Motorcycle crashes can lead to serious injury or death because riders lack the protection of an … Read more…
By Rob Vogt People who need diagnostic imaging will not have to leave town to have that done.Since September, Radiology Associates of Lethbridge has been offering Ultrasound at the Claresholm General Hospital every Tuesday from 8:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.In that time, a total of 273 patients have accessed the service.Karli Martin, site manager for Claresholm General hospital, said the service … Read more…
By Mickey Dumont Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A $500,000 solar power project has been approved for installation on the Claresholm Arena roof.The Town of Claresholm council voted unanimously at its April 28 meeting to approve the $513,498 project. The solar power installation has an estimated payback period of 10 years and could realize annual utility savings of $75,387 at the … Read more…
By Rob Vogt Claresholm has been deemed a critical habitat for bees.To that end, in June, pollinator gardens will be created at the Frog Creek Wetlands and the Bark Park, to create habitat for bees.That was just one of the messages delivered by Debra Still, restoration manager for the Oldman Watershed Council, to more than 30 people gathered at the … Read more…
By Mickey Dumont Local Journalism Initiative Reporter After a closed session discussion during its April 23 meeting, the Municipal District of Willow Creek council voted to financially support renovations to the Claresholm fire hall.Councillor.Hemmaway made the motion that will see the M.D. contribute 25 percent of the cost of the renovation of the Claresholm fire hall to a maximum of … Read more…
By Rob Vogt Connie Quayle is the 2024 Claresholm Citizen of the Year.She was honoured with the award at the Volunteer Appreciation event at the Claresholm Community Centre on April 22 hosted by Claresholm and District Family and Community Support Services.John Cope, last year’s citizen of the year, presented the award.“This year’s Citizen of the Year has been a life … Read more…